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How old is this person? Why are you trying to transport them? I would agree that the weight of this person would have a lot to do with if I even tried this. I am 5ft tall my husband 5ft 9 and 200lbs. I would never try to do this myself even if I was younger.
There are wheelchairs where one of the sides goes up. Your then get a transfer board and slide them in. But if they can't help, thats dead weight and I would not even try it.
The safest way is to get a Medical Transport Many cities also have para transport options. many you need to call 24 hours in advance to arrange it. My area also has Volunteer organization that arranges transportation. I do not know if they have para transport though.
I can honestly say I never had to transport my Husband once he became wheelchair bound. I decided when he was still walking that it was no longer safe to try to get him into the car. That realization came to me when one day I found myself laying on the ground, moving his feet while the caregiver tried guiding him to a seated position on the car seat. I said...that's it no more rides!
At some point you realize that it is possible to get what you need to the person rather than the person someplace. There is In Home Care, there are Doctors that will come to the house, you can get almost anything to you. (I gave up on getting my Husband out to get his haircut, I started cutting it at home. He always wore a hat so it really didn't matter much, and no one came to visit him so the caregivers, Hospice staff and I were the only ones to see him.)
This will depend on the condition/age/weight of the person to be transferred and the helper(s).
If possible, request the primary doctor to send a physical therapist to evaluate the situation. it’s important for both the patient and the helper to know how to do this safely.
Amazon has aids such as a slide board and transfer devices at a wide range of costs.
I see under your post mobility, SNF and Travel. Is this person currently in a SNF or going to one? Some SNF provide transport of patients.
A bit more information might help get you more custom answers.
Even "if" you got a truly immobile patient into a car, getting them OUT will be almost impossible. Unless they have strength, range of motion and can stand for a moment.
Medical Transport companies exist for that reason. They cost much less than an ambulance.
The one we used was about $125 a round trip, and Mom wound up going on a stretcher. The employee stayed with us, as they weren't allowed to leave their equipment alone. Most people use them for wheelchair transportation.
Anyone in a wheelchair who is immobile requires a van that will accommodate the person in his wheelchair since it is very difficult to transfer someone to and from wheelchair to the vehicle unless he himself can stand.
It's only possible if they can easily stand and pivot, even then it's difficult because the car door prevents the helper from standing in the appropriate place. Better to book a wheelchair accessible taxi.
Why are you needing to transfer someone who's immobile into a car? At this point all appointments should be virtual. Is your loved one living in a skilled nursing facility(since you listed your post under that)? If so all facilities have their own vans that will transport patients to any needed appointments and they know all the tricks of the trade to get patients in and out safely. And if your loved one is only in a facility for a short time and you need to get them back home, you can have an ambulance bring them home. You don't give us much information to go on Margaret, so all we can do is guess as to what the situation is that you find yourself in. Perhaps if you come back to explain better, we can be of more help.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
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There are wheelchairs where one of the sides goes up. Your then get a transfer board and slide them in. But if they can't help, thats dead weight and I would not even try it.
Many cities also have para transport options. many you need to call 24 hours in advance to arrange it.
My area also has Volunteer organization that arranges transportation. I do not know if they have para transport though.
I can honestly say I never had to transport my Husband once he became wheelchair bound. I decided when he was still walking that it was no longer safe to try to get him into the car. That realization came to me when one day I found myself laying on the ground, moving his feet while the caregiver tried guiding him to a seated position on the car seat. I said...that's it no more rides!
At some point you realize that it is possible to get what you need to the person rather than the person someplace.
There is In Home Care, there are Doctors that will come to the house, you can get almost anything to you. (I gave up on getting my Husband out to get his haircut, I started cutting it at home. He always wore a hat so it really didn't matter much, and no one came to visit him so the caregivers, Hospice staff and I were the only ones to see him.)
if yellow cab is in your area, try them.
in out area we also have: City Ride.
If possible, request the primary doctor to send a physical therapist to evaluate the situation. it’s important for both the patient and the helper to know how to do this safely.
Amazon has aids such as a slide board and transfer devices at a wide range of costs.
I see under your post mobility, SNF and Travel. Is this person currently in a SNF or going to one? Some SNF provide transport of patients.
A bit more information might help get you more custom answers.
Medical Transport companies exist for that reason. They cost much less than an ambulance.
The one we used was about $125 a round trip, and Mom wound up going on a stretcher. The employee stayed with us, as they weren't allowed to leave their equipment alone. Most people use them for wheelchair transportation.
Is your loved one living in a skilled nursing facility(since you listed your post under that)? If so all facilities have their own vans that will transport patients to any needed appointments and they know all the tricks of the trade to get patients in and out safely.
And if your loved one is only in a facility for a short time and you need to get them back home, you can have an ambulance bring them home.
You don't give us much information to go on Margaret, so all we can do is guess as to what the situation is that you find yourself in. Perhaps if you come back to explain better, we can be of more help.